Mr. Speaker, Canada's veterans are the reason why this country is the best place in the world in which to live. It is also why it is imperative that we recognize the contributions of these valiant Canadians.
Each year the Department of Veterans Affairs hosts overseas pilgrimages to the sites of major campaigns and battles. These are conducted on a five year cycle around specific anniversary dates and are part of the long term, multi-year plan to remember Canada's involvement in the first and second world wars, in addition to Korea.
Today a delegation of about 40 Korean war veterans stops in Vancouver en route to their former battlefields to commemorate the 45th anniversary of the signing of the ceasefire.
The contingent will participate in a church service and a parade, followed by an address by the hon. Minister of Veterans Affairs.
One question that has recently been asked by thousands of Canadians is what does Canada do for its veterans. This is an example of how we honour our veterans. We will and must remember. We cannot forget.